Care Coordinator

Job Description:

Job Title: Care Coordinator
Location: Quincy, IL
Department: Clarity Healthcare
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Monday - Friday

Job Summary:
Are you a compassionate and dedicated professional looking to make a difference in the lives of those impacted by substance use and mental health challenges?

In this role, you’ll develop individualized treatment plans, connect patients with essential resources, and work collaboratively to support their journey to recovery and stability.

Quincy, IL offers variety of events and activities to choose from. Whether it’s the outdoors, the arts, recreation or music, Quincy is an entertainment hub with a high quality of life. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our clients and advancing your career!

Position Perks & Benefits:

• 29 Days of PTO

• Competitive Pay

• Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment *eligibility requirements

• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**

• Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees

• Company-paid basic life insurance

• Emergency Medical Leave Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care

• Health & Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employee Discount Program

• Mileage Reimbursement

Key Responsibilities:

• Review initial assessments and discharge plans to identify patients’ needs, including employment, healthcare, education, and social connectedness.

• Coordinate mental health and substance use disorder outpatient services as needed.

• Communicate regularly with referral sources and primary care providers, documenting progress, clinical issues, and planning for transitions.

• Request and review records from previous treatment providers and primary care physicians.

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure continuity of care.

• Provide referrals for services not available within the treatment program.

• Assist with scheduling treatment sessions and coordinating transportation as needed.

• Develop and update individualized treatment plans based on patients' evolving needs.

• Provide crisis intervention and support for patients as necessary.

• Document all services provided according to regulatory standards and maintain accurate records.

• Facilitate transitional planning and advocate for patients’ needs within the community.

• Assist patients and families in accessing community resources and support services.

• Maintain weekly direct service expectations and adhere to agency policies and standards.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, human development, criminal justice, counseling, nursing, education, or a related human services field is preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

• Knowledge of case management and rehabilitation methods related to mental health and substance use disorders

• Familiarity with challenges faced by individuals with mental illness and substance use disorders and community resources available

• Understanding of the legal requirements and processes in treating mental health and substance use disorders

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for producing clear and concise reports

• Ability to evaluate program services and offer constructive feedback

Supervisory Requirements:
None

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Preferred Family Healthcare is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.